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Directed external affairs operations for EEI, association representing the nation's investor-owned utilities, including all outside-the-Beltway political activity (state & local government affairs), in addition to federal advocacy, national organization partnerships, grassroots, internet and new media advocacy, issue-based and image marketing and communications. Supervised a staff of 5 professionals and was responsible for a multi-million dollar budget. Revitalized external affairs group and operation resulting in substantial improvement in productivity and deliverables while reducing budget by 60 percent. Reduced the number of consultants and improved productivity. Enhanced accountability in project and program results. Developed and implemented strategic corporate affairs programs for EEI members, including many Fortune 500 companies. Provided issues management leadership and innovative approaches to advocacy efforts. EEI became an association industry leader regarding many internet and other grassroots programs. Oversaw a bipartisan external affairs program working with government organizations such as the National Governors Association, Democratic and Republican Attorneys General Associations, National Conference of State Legislatures, and U.S. Conference of Mayors. Also acted as an interface with national business organizations such as the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, National Manufacturers Association, and others.Spearheaded the advocacy programs leading to the passage of the Energy Policy Act of 2005, 2003 Tax Package and 2006 Tax Extension, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Supplemental funding, and numerous regional and state initiatives.Created a highly successful investor relations advocacy program, the Alliance of Utility Shareholder Associations, which currently has nearly 100,000 members in 14 states. Has proven effective in promoting industry positions with federal and state legislators and executive branch officials.

Provided strategic leadership and direction for high-profile, national automotive sales and marketing company. Created, organized, and executed comprehensive communications, government relations, and brand awareness programs while maintaining consistency with the overall marketing strategies and objectives.Created in-house political and policy advocacy capability.Directed all political advertising and host political committee activities during the 2000 Presidential election cycle.

Developed and implemented a public affairs strategic plan for the trade association representing the leading international automobile companies.Created public and legislative awareness programs for the association targeting all external constituencies.Directed many successful industry legislative and regulatory issue campaigns and coalitions including: elimination of auto luxury tax, international trade, MPV tariff, Fastener Quality Act, the reduction of sulfur in gasoline, harmonization of rules, environmental and consumer issues, and implementation of advanced automotive and highway technology.Managed a staff of six professionals, prepared and administered a multi-million dollar annual budget, improved departmental cost effectiveness and efficiency, and supervised all outside communications and lobbying consulting firms.Created image and advertising campaign supporting the global automobile industry. This resulted in higher consumer confidence during the purchase process and helped the association gain greater access to opinion leaders and policy makers.Supervised the creation and distribution of advertising and media materials including all association publications. Developed internal corporate communications program including the association's Internet and members' web page sites. This resulted in dramatically increased awareness and improved communications among member companies.Directed crisis management and media response regarding auto industry issues and served as spokesperson. This resulted in a united industry front and protected the industry's image.Developed auto industry response to air bag safety issue. Founded the Air Bag and Seat Belt Safety Campaign. Served as Public Education Committee Chairman and member of the Management Committee resulted in increased public awareness of the potential hazards of air bags to children.Acted as industry liaison with other trade associations, consumer and industry groups.

Ba, Politcal Science

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